The Fair Work Commission has announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages from 1 July 2026.
- The minimum wages outlined in modern awards are increasing by 4.75%.
- The National Minimum Wage is increasing to $1004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour.
- Allowances within the awards have increased.
The new wage rates and allowances will apply from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2026.
It is recommended that employers who already pay above the current award rate take the time to review the updated wages included in the announcement to ensure compliance. By doing so, you can mitigate any potential risk of underpayment.
Our new factsheet provides the relevant information for specific rates applicable in the Road Transport (Long Distance Operations) Award 2020, the Road Transport and Distribution Award 2020, and the Clerks Private Sector Award 2020. NatRoad members can visit the Member portal to download the fact sheet.
If NatRoad members have any questions about the wage rate and allowance increases, or how they may affect your business, please contact the NatRoad office on 1800 272 144 to speak to our HR advisor.
